Yowamushi Pedal translates to “weakling pedal“, and is an Anime series about road racing.

The series centres around Sakamichi Onoda. He’s pretty much the stereotypical nerd (pictured below). A student at Otaku at Sōhoku High School who is obsessed with Anime and games. Since his parents bought him a “mummy bike” in grade 4. He would ride his bicycle to and from Tokyo’s Akihabara shopping district. This is a 90 kilometer round trip over some super steep slopes. Onoda didn’t ride for fitness. He rode just to get his precious Anime. Somehow along the way learned to ride.

Yowamushi Pedal review

The series Yowamushi Pedal, is a family show which has a variety of characters. Who contrast with each other in terms of personality and their approach to competitive cycling. Not only can you can relate with the excitement and passion that these characters have for cycling. It’s quite refreshing to watch a t.v series about characters who are obsessed with cycling. Sound familiar?

The characters in this show a ultra competitive. Instead of portraying bitter rivalries like in real life. Yowamushi Pedal is all about bringing out your best. Your competitor isn’t someone who is necessarily standing in your way. Your competitor is someone who sets high. And is a driving force for where you want to be. Your fiercest rival can also become your best friend. You both want the same after all.

This series is directed more for the teenage market, breaking down the simplicity of cycling to the bare basics. Even so, the drama and excitement about the bike will appeal to a seasoned rider.

Language: Japanese (subtitled in English); cycling is universal and it is easy to follow and enjoy this show.